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Bearing Inspection|Page 1946 > < Crankshaft Main Bearing|Specifications|Page 1943
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Crankshaft Main Bearing: Service and Repair
Bearing Inspection

Engine System - General Information

Bearing Inspection

1. Inspect bearings for the following defects:

1. Cratering - fatigue failure

2. Spot polishing - incorrect seating

3. Imbedded dirty engine oil

4. Scratching - dirty engine oil

5. Base exposed - poor lubrication

6. Both edges worn - journal damaged

7. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated

Engine

Bearing Inspection

1. Inspect bearings for the following defects. Possible causes are shown.

1. Cratering - fatigue failure.

2. Spot glazing - incorrect seating.

3. Scratching - dirty.

4. Base exposed - poor lubrication.

5. Both edges worn - journal damaged.

6. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated.

Bearing Inspection|Page 1946 > < Crankshaft Main Bearing|Specifications|Page 1943